and we've come to solutions in every environment. the schools should not be exempt from that. so when you look at our school atmosphere, where one third of our schools have an armed presence, i think that you could look at expanding that. to me, the objections are primarily a cost issue, it's a training issue, which is critically important. that's why i want to bring together, whether it's the secret service or the federal air marshals who have experience in this kind of training, to make sure that the people in schools who have a weapon for protective purposes are properly trained. i think we can do that >> do you think that news conference really set the right tone, if you will, for a conversation post the shooting in newtown? >> well, i think they were very respectful that the nra and wayne la pierre waited, the response that was demanded from the nra, and he articulated a position. he might not have articulated exactly like i would, in every way. i said my own remarks. i emphasized my study group and the emphasis on school safety. and quite frankly, i'm grateful for the nr